Geos Tablet (Acyclovir)

Adult dosage

1. Treatment of herpes simplex virus infections: Administer 200 mg 5 times a day at 4-hour intervals for 5 days; treatment may be extended for severe primary infections. 2. Prevention of herpes simplex infections in patients with normal immune function: Administer 200 mg 4 times a day at intervals of about 6 hours or 400 mg 2 times a day at 12-hour intervals. 3. Prevention of herpes simplex infections in immunocompromised patients: 200 mg 4 times a day,

Children's dosage

1. Treatment of herpes simplex infections and prevention in immunocompromised patients - 2 years and older: equivalent to adult dosage - Under 2 years: 1/2 of adult dose 2. Treatment of chickenpox in children over 2 years: 20 mg per kg of body weight per dose, for a total of 1 day 4 times

This medication should not be used in patients with known allergies to this drug or its components. Patients with impaired kidney function may experience more prevalent neuropsychiatric side effects, so caution is required. In patients with compromised liver function, the liver function may worsen, requiring careful administration. Special caution should be taken when using this medicine in children, infants, and the elderly. Rarely, serious allergic reactions such as shock or anaphylaxis may occur while using this medication; if symptoms occur, discontinue use immediately and seek appropriate treatment. If signs of hypersensitivity such as rash, fever, blisters, or urticaria appear, discontinue the medication immediately. Symptoms such as hair loss, severe dermatitis, and significant damage to the skin and mucous membranes may also occur. Various neuropsychiatric symptoms such as confusion, hallucinations, seizures, drowsiness, and anxiety may occur, especially in the elderly or in patients with diminished kidney function. Reports of kidney-related side effects like reduced kidney function, hematuria, and proteinuria have also been noted, requiring vigilance. Hematological side effects may include bleeding, anemia, and changes in white blood cell count. Hepatitis, jaundice, and elevated liver function test results may occur as side effects affecting the liver. Gastrointestinal side effects may include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, and if symptoms are severe, the medication should be discontinued. Systemically, symptoms such as fever, muscle weakness, and headache may appear. Arthralgia and myalgia have also been reported. Cardiovascular side effects may include arrhythmias, blood pressure changes, and chest pain. Urinary issues such as dysuria or urinary retention may occur infrequently. If symptoms do not improve or worsen while using this medication, alternative treatments should be considered, especially when administered in the early stages of infection. Patients with compromised immune function should preferably use intravenous forms of this medication. During treatment, sufficient fluid intake is necessary to prevent dehydration and reduce the risk of kidney toxicity. After long-term use, the continuation of this medication should be carefully reviewed. This medication can cause drowsiness or consciousness disturbances, so care should be taken when driving or operating hazardous machinery. There may be interactions with other medications, especially with those affecting kidney function, necessitating careful use when combined with such drugs. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits of using this medication, and it is safer to discontinue use during breastfeeding. Children and neonates should exercise extra caution when using this medicine, and the elderly may require dosage adjustments due to increased drug concentrations from impaired kidney function.

Serious side effects

Anaphylactic shock, hypotension due to anaphylactoid reaction, breathing difficulties, chest tightness, urticaria, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome), consciousness disturbances, orientation disorders, coma, severe headache, seizures, mental confusion, visual disturbances, potential paralysis, renal failure, hematuria, proteinuria, uric acid casts in urine, purulent urine, leukocytoclastic vasculitis, lymphadenopathy, bleeding, purpura, anemia,

Mild side effects

• Photosensitivity reactions
• fixed drug eruption
• rash
• fever
• blisters
• urticaria-like erythema
• alopecia
• erythema multiforme
• gastritis
• dry mouth

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. It is best to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees.

Appearance

Light blue, round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle